Global IP Strategy Architect | Patent & Trademark Lead

Clivet SpA; Feltre; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Clivet SPA is seeking a Senior IP Engineer to lead our strategic IP agenda from Milan. You will bridge R&D and external counsel, defending and expanding our technology footprint.

You will mine and evaluate patentable inventions, manage external counsel, and ensure filing quality, while guiding our global IP strategy and lifecycle. The role requires travel and collaboration across international teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electronic, Software, etc.) or Physics.
• 5+ years in an IP-focused role, either in-house or a patent firm.
• Solid command of EPC and PCT procedures.
• Knowledge of trademark filing systems (EUIPO/WIPO) is a strong plus.
• Proficiency with professional IP databases and management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead patent mining sessions with R&D labs to uncover and evaluate patentable inventions.
• Serve as the primary contact for our network of patent firms; brief and review drafts.
• Critically analyze patent applications and responses to patent offices; ensure clear, protected tech details.
• Conduct preliminary prior art searches and analyze competitor filings to guide R&D.
• Manage our global IP portfolio, track deadlines, and advise leadership on decisions.
• Monitor and optimize costs of external legal services and manage relationships with legal partners.
• Provide technical evidence and reasoning to support disputes, oppositions, or litigation.
• Coordinate global filing, monitoring, and lifecycle renewals of trademarks and logos.
• Mentor and develop junior IP engineers to grow the team.

Skills

IP strategy and management

Technical analysis

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Master's Degree in Engineering or Physics

Tools

IP databases

EPC & PCT procedures

Job description

Clivet SPA is seeking a Senior IP Engineer to lead our strategic IP agenda from Milan. You will bridge R&D and external counsel, defending and expanding our technology footprint.

You will mine and evaluate patentable inventions, manage external counsel, and ensure filing quality, while guiding our global IP strategy and lifecycle. The role requires travel and collaboration across international teams.